COVID-19: A Review and Considerations for the Resumption of Activities in an IVF Laboratory and Clinic in Brazil

Overview

Journal JBRA Assist Reprod

Specialty Reproductive Medicine

Date 2021 Mar 12

PMID 33710841

Authors

Ianae Ceschin

Taccyanna Ali

Cristina Carvalho

Mariane Uehara

Priscila Motta

Marcia Riboldi

Affiliations

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Abstract

COVID-19 has caused radical effects on the daily lives of millions of people. The causal agent of the current pandemic is SARS-CoV-2, a virus that causes symptoms related to the respiratory system, leading to severe complications. In the in vitro fertilization (IVF) universe, there are several protocols for infection control and laboratory safety. Some professional associations have issued guidelines recommending measures involving patient flow and IVF practices. This study presents a review and considerations for the resumption of activities in IVF laboratories and clinics in Brazil during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the guidelines and statements from professional organizations and societies in reproductive medicine.

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